The Prepaid Press - Virgin Mobile USA Introduces 4G Plans

05/19/2013

Virgin Mobile USA Introduces 4G Plans

No-Contract Plans Start at $35 per Month

WARREN, NJ (May 8, 2012) Virgin Mobile USA is offering customers who prefer a no-contract option the HTC EVO V 4G on Virgin Mobile Beyond Talk monthly plans. The data-centric offers start at $35 per month for unlimited data and messaging. HTC EVO V 4G will be available for $299.99 beginning May 31.

As Sir Richard Branson states in his video manifesto for A Higher Calling, "Why pay for minutes when it's unlimited data you really want?" Now customers will be able to enjoy unlimited 4G data where available and messaging on an Android-powered device, all for $35/month.

"'Higher Calling' means we continue to look for ways to give our customers the best products possible at a great price, and we know our hyper-connected Beyond Talk customers will appreciate the real affordability paired with the innovative technology of the HTC EVO," said Jeff Auman, vice president for Virgin Mobile USA. "You just can't beat the value of EVO V 4G with plans starting at just $35 per month."

On the mobile broadband side, Virgin Mobile's Broadband2Go continues to offer no-contract plans for people who need internet access when they're out and about. The Overdrive Pro 3G/4G mobile hotspot by Sierra Wireless ($149.99) and the U600 3G/4G USB Stick by Franklin Wireless ($99.99) provide customers two ways to stay connected at 4G speeds. "The launch of these two devices demonstrates our commitment to bring 4G speeds and innovation to our Broadband2Go customers who chose to forgo a contract as well," said Auman.

All three devices will operate on Sprint's 3G and 4G (WiMAX) network and be available beginning on May 31 at VirginMobileUSA.com. They will then be available in June at major retailers and at select independent dealers nationwide Assortments vary by retailer.

Going Beyond Talk
The HTC EVO V 4G includes features such as Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich and HTC Sense 3.6 user interface.

HTC EVO V 4G specifications also include:
• Mobile hotspot capability - Connect up to five Wi-Fi devices
• 5MP camera with video and 3D HD imaging, and 1.3MP front-facing camera
• 4.3-inch qHD touchscreen
• 1730mAh battery (up to six hours of talk time)
• 1GB RAM/4GB ROM
• External micro SD memory card slot up to 32GB (8GB card included)
• HDMI and Bluetooth-capable

Virgin Mobile's new monthly 3G/4G Broadband2Go plans, combined with these new devices, allow customers to hook up their tablets, laptops, and other wireless devices. Starting at just $35/month, customers can enjoy access to unlimited 4G data. Where 4G coverage is not available, the $35 plan keeps users connected with 2GB of 3G data. For $55/month, customers benefit from unlimited 4G data and 5GB of 3G data.

Source: Virgin Mobile USA